West Texas Chamber Chief Praises Action Over Talk
President Wilbur C. Hawk delivers a brief address at the West Texas Chamber of Commerce annual convention in Big Spring praising action over words. He notes relief funds from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation totaling about 2.5 million dollars distributed to 132 counties and credits rapid, coordinated local efforts and directors across towns for relief work.
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Wilbur C. Hawk
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
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West Texas relief effort details credit the West Texas Chamber of Commerce for securing government funds and distributing relief with less than one percent overhead. Committees in towns and counties oversaw November through April allotments, while a central Austin office handles administration under Colonel Lawrence Westbrook.
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Miriam A. Ferguson
Sterling
Relief Administration
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Lawrence Westbrook
Texas Relief Commission
Harry Tom King
West Texas relief group saves vast funds for needy in Texas
A Texas relief effort led by the West Texas Chamber of Commerce claims to deliver superior relief with far lower costs than federal or eastern bureaus. The speaker compares costs to outside agencies, noting a 15 percent expense elsewhere versus 10 percent in hypothetical savings, arguing $250 000 saved on a $2.5 million fund. The organization emphasizes integrity and local management, with annual operating activities under $40 000. Page 6 references follow up on RELIEF FUNDS.
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